verb, adverb · to extend greetings or make a courtesy call on a specific occasion

初一早上，孩子们去给长辈拜个年。

verb · to formally acknowledge someone as a master, teacher, or godparent

他决定拜这位名师学习书法。

verb · to appoint someone to a high position through a formal ceremony

他在仪式上被拜为大将军。

verb · to bow to, pay one's respects, or worship

他们虔诚地向神像下拜。

verb · used before verbs to show politeness when referring to one's own actions regarding others

我已经拜读了您的文章。